Lyle Lovett and Shawn Colvin play Torrington’s Warner Theatre

Published 12:00 am, Saturday, February 24, 2018

Lyle Lovett and Shawn Colvin perform at The Warner Theatre in Torrington on March 2.

Lyle Lovett and Shawn Colvin perform at The Warner Theatre in Torrington on March 2.

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Lyle Lovett and Shawn Colvin play Torrington’s Warner Theatre

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Longtime friends Lyle Lovett and Shawn Colvin, both of whom have earned multiple Grammy Awards, will share songs and stories in “An Acoustic Evening” at The Warner Theatre in Torrington, on Friday, March 2.

Lovett, 60, is a singer, composer and actor who is known for his rich, eclectic music. The latest of his 14 albums, “Release Me,” came out in 2012. He is known for such hits as “Cowboy Man” and “Farther Down the Line.”

He also sings on the duet, “You’ve Got a Friend in Me,” written by Randy Newman as the theme song for the 1995 animated film, “Toy Story.” A Texas-based musician, Lovett fuses elements of country, swing, jazz, folk, gospel and blues.

Colvin, 62, is a singer-songwriter and author who released her latest album, “The Starlighter,” just a few days ago. It features tender renditions of traditional and standard lullabies, capturing the magic of these children’s songs, while offering a moving and timeless musical experience.

A solo recording artist for nearly 30 years, Colvin is known for such hits as “Sunny Came Home” and “Diamond in the Rough.” Her first Grammy was for her debut album, “Steady On.”

Colvin grew up listening to her father’s music, including such artists as Pete Seeger. She has contributed vocals to songs by everyone from James Taylor to Shawn Mullins. She also collaborated with Sting on “One Day She’ll Love Me.”